Water once in eight days: Women in city bear the brunt

Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar

On the eve of World Water Day, themed “Water and Gender,” the city continues to grapple with acute water scarcity, disproportionately affecting women.

Water is supplied once every 8–10 days, often late at night, forcing women to stay awake to store it. In many areas, especially during summer, women struggle for basic needs, while tanker-dependent localities face added uncertainty. Working women and daily wage earners are compelled to plan their routines around erratic supply. Women report back pain and health issues from carrying water, while prolonged storage leads to contamination risks. Many families also spend Rs 1,500–Rs 2,000 monthly on water, straining household budgets.

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New water supply scheme

A multi-crore water supply project has been sanctioned to provide a long-term solution to the city’s water crisis, and work is currently underway. However, repeated assurances about its completion have left citizens weary. Until the scheme becomes fully operational and ensures daily water supply, women will continue to bear the brunt of the crisis.